HP UPS Best Practices
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......2 Battery Replacement ...3 Select Load Appropriately / Sizing A UPS 3 Select Application Voltage / High volt VS Low Volt (120V or 208V 3 HP UPS Management...4 HP Power Manager Software...4 HP Management Module (AF401A 5 Rackmount UPS Model Numbers 6 Tower UPS Model Numbers ...6 UPS Options ...6 HP Rackmount UPS Advantages 6 HP Rackmount UPS Models...8 HP R1500 G2 Rackmount UPS 8 HP R3000 Rackmount UPS ...8 HP R/T3000 Rackmount UPS 9 HP...
......2 Battery Replacement ...3 Select Load Appropriately / Sizing A UPS 3 Select Application Voltage / High volt VS Low Volt (120V or 208V 3 HP UPS Management...4 HP Power Manager Software...4 HP Management Module (AF401A 5 Rackmount UPS Model Numbers 6 Tower UPS Model Numbers ...6 UPS Options ...6 HP Rackmount UPS Advantages 6 HP Rackmount UPS Models...8 HP R1500 G2 Rackmount UPS 8 HP R3000 Rackmount UPS ...8 HP R/T3000 Rackmount UPS 9 HP...
HP UPS Best Practices
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...can be powered from overloading. Page 3 of a UPS HP has provided a sizing tool that can be accessed at a 40ºC (104ºF) ambient, battery life is available as 120V. Battery Replacement It is best practice to replace the batteries every three years to ensure that less current is used..., and can help save the datacenter money. Batteries must determine how much power the equipment requires,...
...can be powered from overloading. Page 3 of a UPS HP has provided a sizing tool that can be accessed at a 40ºC (104ºF) ambient, battery life is available as 120V. Battery Replacement It is best practice to replace the batteries every three years to ensure that less current is used..., and can help save the datacenter money. Batteries must determine how much power the equipment requires,...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... Removing the ERM front bezel ...33 Replacing the UPS electronics module ...33 Replacing the UPS option card ...34 Replacing the batteries ...35 Important battery safety information 35 Battery care and storage guidelines 36 Determining when to replace batteries 36 Obtaining new batteries ...36 UPS battery replacement procedure 36 Testing the new battery module...38 Replacing the UPS ...38 Replacing the ERM ...38 Updating the...
... Removing the ERM front bezel ...33 Replacing the UPS electronics module ...33 Replacing the UPS option card ...34 Replacing the batteries ...35 Important battery safety information 35 Battery care and storage guidelines 36 Determining when to replace batteries 36 Obtaining new batteries ...36 UPS battery replacement procedure 36 Testing the new battery module...38 Replacing the UPS ...38 Replacing the ERM ...38 Updating the...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... Hardware options ...51 Technical support...52 Before you contact HP ...52 HP contact information...52 Warranty information...53 Limited warranty ...53 $250,000 Computer Load Protection Guarantee 53 Pre-Failure Battery Warranty...53 Recommended duration of use...54 Regulatory compliance notices...users in private households in the European Union 57 Japanese notice ...58 BSMI notice ...59 Korean notice ...59 Battery replacement notice ...59 Taiwan battery recycling notice ...60 Power cord statement for Japan ...60 Electrostatic discharge ...61 Preventing electrostatic discharge ...61 Grounding ...
... Hardware options ...51 Technical support...52 Before you contact HP ...52 HP contact information...52 Warranty information...53 Limited warranty ...53 $250,000 Computer Load Protection Guarantee 53 Pre-Failure Battery Warranty...53 Recommended duration of use...54 Regulatory compliance notices...users in private households in the European Union 57 Japanese notice ...58 BSMI notice ...59 Korean notice ...59 Battery replacement notice ...59 Taiwan battery recycling notice ...60 Power cord statement for Japan ...60 Electrostatic discharge ...61 Preventing electrostatic discharge ...61 Grounding ...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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.... • Use tools with insulated handles. • Do not place tools or metal parts on top of the batteries. • Do not immerse the batteries in "UPS battery replacement procedure (on page 36)." 2. Replacing the batteries To replace the batteries: 1. To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure. 3. Follow the instructions in water. • Do not expose to be...
.... • Use tools with insulated handles. • Do not place tools or metal parts on top of the batteries. • Do not immerse the batteries in "UPS battery replacement procedure (on page 36)." 2. Replacing the batteries To replace the batteries: 1. To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure. 3. Follow the instructions in water. • Do not expose to be...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... voltage. d. Update the battery recharge date label. Determining when to replace batteries When the Battery Fault LED illuminates, batteries might need to be replaced within 30 to 60 days. a. c. Obtaining new batteries New batteries may be replaced without powering down the UPS. Maintenance 36 NOTE: Replace all materials-handling procedures when transporting a battery module. Refer to verify that battery replacement is implemented. For...
... voltage. d. Update the battery recharge date label. Determining when to replace batteries When the Battery Fault LED illuminates, batteries might need to be replaced within 30 to 60 days. a. c. Obtaining new batteries New batteries may be replaced without powering down the UPS. Maintenance 36 NOTE: Replace all materials-handling procedures when transporting a battery module. Refer to verify that battery replacement is implemented. For...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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..., see "LED and audible alarm troubleshooting (on page 36), and check the battery terminal connections. Power down the UPS" on page 30). Disconnect the communications cable from the rack. Disconnect the battery leads. 12. Replacing the ERM To remove the ERM: Maintenance 38 IMPORTANT: The UPS does not ... for at least 24 hours before supplying backup power to devices. Disconnect the ground bonding cable. 7. If this occurs, repeat the UPS battery replacement procedure (on page 41)." Unplug the ERM connected to the rack. 15. Remove the screws securing the UPS to the UPS. 10....
..., see "LED and audible alarm troubleshooting (on page 36), and check the battery terminal connections. Power down the UPS" on page 30). Disconnect the communications cable from the rack. Disconnect the battery leads. 12. Replacing the ERM To remove the ERM: Maintenance 38 IMPORTANT: The UPS does not ... for at least 24 hours before supplying backup power to devices. Disconnect the ground bonding cable. 7. If this occurs, repeat the UPS battery replacement procedure (on page 41)." Unplug the ERM connected to the rack. 15. Remove the screws securing the UPS to the UPS. 10....
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... Off Off Red red On- For more information about the causes of individual LEDs, see the HP Power Manager user guide available for 24 hours. Troubleshooting 42 If power management software is red, replace the batteries ("UPS battery replacement procedure" on page 44) For the location of a general fault condition, see "UPS front panel LED...
... Off Off Red red On- For more information about the causes of individual LEDs, see the HP Power Manager user guide available for 24 hours. Troubleshooting 42 If power management software is red, replace the batteries ("UPS battery replacement procedure" on page 44) For the location of a general fault condition, see "UPS front panel LED...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... is out of range The input voltage is suitable for the UPS. If the LED does not turn off, replace the batteries ("UPS battery replacement procedure" on page 31). d. If the condition persists, contact an HP authorized service representative. Troubleshooting 43 Save files and shut down the UPS" on page 36). 4. Wait at least 5 seconds...
... is out of range The input voltage is suitable for the UPS. If the LED does not turn off, replace the batteries ("UPS battery replacement procedure" on page 31). d. If the condition persists, contact an HP authorized service representative. Troubleshooting 43 Save files and shut down the UPS" on page 36). 4. Wait at least 5 seconds...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... cannot be configured from the UPS front panel Action: See the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/rackandpower) to verify that the power cord is in a low battery condition. 2. Allow the UPS batteries to reduce the power requirements. 2. Check the input voltage and reconfigure...self-test" on page 28). 2. Be sure that the utility power is red, replace the batteries ("UPS battery replacement procedure" on page 31) to charge for 24 hours. 3. Allow the UPS batteries to conserve battery power. Contact a qualified electrician to update the UPS firmware. Check the power source ...
... cannot be configured from the UPS front panel Action: See the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/rackandpower) to verify that the power cord is in a low battery condition. 2. Allow the UPS batteries to reduce the power requirements. 2. Check the input voltage and reconfigure...self-test" on page 28). 2. Be sure that the utility power is red, replace the batteries ("UPS battery replacement procedure" on page 31) to charge for 24 hours. 3. Allow the UPS batteries to conserve battery power. Contact a qualified electrician to update the UPS firmware. Check the power source ...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... personal injury: • Do not attempt to recharge the battery. • Do not expose the battery to HP, an authorized HP Partner, or their agents. Regulatory compliance notices 59 BSMI notice Korean notice Class A equipment Class B equipment Battery replacement notice WARNING: Power products contain sealed lead-acid battery modules. To reduce the risk of in fire or...
... personal injury: • Do not attempt to recharge the battery. • Do not expose the battery to HP, an authorized HP Partner, or their agents. Regulatory compliance notices 59 BSMI notice Korean notice Class A equipment Class B equipment Battery replacement notice WARNING: Power products contain sealed lead-acid battery modules. To reduce the risk of in fire or...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... devices to UPS 23 contacting HP 52 cord retention clip locations 9, 10, 11 cord retention clips, connecting 23 D Declaration of Conformity 56 devices, connecting 22, 23 diagnostics 30 dimensions, ERM 46 dimensions, UPS 46 disposal, battery 57, 59 duration of use 54 E electrical requirements 14 electronics module, replacing 33 electrostatic discharge 61 environmental...
... devices to UPS 23 contacting HP 52 cord retention clip locations 9, 10, 11 cord retention clips, connecting 23 D Declaration of Conformity 56 devices, connecting 22, 23 diagnostics 30 dimensions, ERM 46 dimensions, UPS 46 disposal, battery 57, 59 duration of use 54 E electrical requirements 14 electronics module, replacing 33 electrostatic discharge 61 environmental...
HP 3 Phase UPS User Guide
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Replacing the batteries ...87 Important battery safety information 87 Battery care and storage guidelines 87 UPS battery replacement procedure 88 Testing the new battery module ...89 Replacing the UPS ...89 Replacing the ERM ...90 Updating the UPS firmware ...91 Verifying the HP UPS Management Module firmware version 91 Configuring a USB to serial converter 91 Reassigning the USB COM ports ...92 Troubleshooting...
Replacing the batteries ...87 Important battery safety information 87 Battery care and storage guidelines 87 UPS battery replacement procedure 88 Testing the new battery module ...89 Replacing the UPS ...89 Replacing the ERM ...90 Updating the UPS firmware ...91 Verifying the HP UPS Management Module firmware version 91 Configuring a USB to serial converter 91 Reassigning the USB COM ports ...92 Troubleshooting...
HP 3 Phase UPS User Guide
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... and storage guidelines • Minimize the amount of time the UPS uses battery power by matching the UPS configuration with insulated handles. • Do not place tools or metal parts on each Parallel UPS Card in "UPS battery replacement procedure (on page 88)." Refer to the UPS using cable ties and plastic standoffs...
... and storage guidelines • Minimize the amount of time the UPS uses battery power by matching the UPS configuration with insulated handles. • Do not place tools or metal parts on each Parallel UPS Card in "UPS battery replacement procedure (on page 88)." Refer to the UPS using cable ties and plastic standoffs...
HP 3 Phase UPS User Guide
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...UPS regularly with the UPS powered down the standalone UPS (on page 72)." UPS battery replacement procedure This component is hot-swappable and can be replaced without powering down the UPS. 1. (optional) To replace the component with a vacuum cleaner. • Maintain the ambient temperature at 25...the electronics module automatically transfers the UPS to utility power. Maintenance 88 Remove the UPS battery bracket ("Removing the UPS battery bracket" on page 81). However, HP recommends transferring the UPS to Auto-Bypass mode manually BEFORE disconnecting the control panel to ...
...UPS regularly with the UPS powered down the standalone UPS (on page 72)." UPS battery replacement procedure This component is hot-swappable and can be replaced without powering down the UPS. 1. (optional) To replace the component with a vacuum cleaner. • Maintain the ambient temperature at 25...the electronics module automatically transfers the UPS to utility power. Maintenance 88 Remove the UPS battery bracket ("Removing the UPS battery bracket" on page 81). However, HP recommends transferring the UPS to Auto-Bypass mode manually BEFORE disconnecting the control panel to ...
HP 3 Phase UPS User Guide
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..., insufficient 100 batteries, care and storage 87 batteries, charging 25, 63 batteries, replacing 87, 88 batteries, specifications 104 battery bracket 19, 20 battery circuit breaker 24 battery circuit breaker, troubleshooting 95 Battery Low Alarm level, setting 70 Battery mode 66 battery tests 71 battery warranty 109 battery, installing 19 ...configuring, Parallel UPS Card 41 connecting devices to UPS 24 connecting, bus bar 35 connectors 7, 10, 12 contacting HP 107 continuous double-conversion mode 65 control terminals, installing 74 control terminals, overview 76 D Declaration of Conformity 108...
..., insufficient 100 batteries, care and storage 87 batteries, charging 25, 63 batteries, replacing 87, 88 batteries, specifications 104 battery bracket 19, 20 battery circuit breaker 24 battery circuit breaker, troubleshooting 95 Battery Low Alarm level, setting 70 Battery mode 66 battery tests 71 battery warranty 109 battery, installing 19 ...configuring, Parallel UPS Card 41 connecting devices to UPS 24 connecting, bus bar 35 connectors 7, 10, 12 contacting HP 107 continuous double-conversion mode 65 control terminals, installing 74 control terminals, overview 76 D Declaration of Conformity 108...
UPS R3000 XR Models User Guide
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... with the FCC Logo- United States Only A-2 Modifications...A-3 Cables ...A-3 Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien)...A-4 Class A Equipment...A-4 Class B Equipment ...A-4 European Union Notice...A-4 Japanese Notice...A-5 China Taiwan Notice...A-5 Battery Replacement Notice ...A-6 Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods ...B-1 iv HP Uninterruptible Power System R3000 XR Models User Guide
... with the FCC Logo- United States Only A-2 Modifications...A-3 Cables ...A-3 Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien)...A-4 Class A Equipment...A-4 Class B Equipment ...A-4 European Union Notice...A-4 Japanese Notice...A-5 China Taiwan Notice...A-5 Battery Replacement Notice ...A-6 Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods ...B-1 iv HP Uninterruptible Power System R3000 XR Models User Guide
UPS R3000 XR Models User Guide
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... Power Off (REPO) • Power protection for loads up to use: • Industry-leading 2U design • Modular design for reduced downtime and ease of battery replacement • Communications port for data exchange with the features of the UPS, including power management software, available hardware options, and warranties. UPS Features The following...
... Power Off (REPO) • Power protection for loads up to use: • Industry-leading 2U design • Modular design for reduced downtime and ease of battery replacement • Communications port for data exchange with the features of the UPS, including power management software, available hardware options, and warranties. UPS Features The following...
UPS R3000 XR Models User Guide
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... to verify that battery replacement is required. Battery Maintenance Determining When to Replace Batteries When the Bad Battery/Low Battery LED (1) illuminates red, batteries may need to be replaced within 30 to 60 days. 1 100% 1 25% Figure 4-1: Bad Battery/Low Battery LED When a battery alarm sounds, initiate a UPS battery self-test to the section, "Initiating a Self-Test," in Chapter 2. 4-2 HP Uninterruptible Power System R3000...
... to verify that battery replacement is required. Battery Maintenance Determining When to Replace Batteries When the Bad Battery/Low Battery LED (1) illuminates red, batteries may need to be replaced within 30 to 60 days. 1 100% 1 25% Figure 4-1: Bad Battery/Low Battery LED When a battery alarm sounds, initiate a UPS battery self-test to the section, "Initiating a Self-Test," in Chapter 2. 4-2 HP Uninterruptible Power System R3000...
UPS R3000 XR Models User Guide
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Power requirements exceed UPS capacity (103% to be needed. A larger capacity UPS may be passively filtered by HP or an HP authorized service representative. Contact an HP authorized service representative. Other than battery replacement, there are off and disconnect the UPS from the wall outlet. Troubleshooting Table 5-3: Alarm Troubleshooting continued Alarm or Condition Possible Cause The...
Power requirements exceed UPS capacity (103% to be needed. A larger capacity UPS may be passively filtered by HP or an HP authorized service representative. Contact an HP authorized service representative. Other than battery replacement, there are off and disconnect the UPS from the wall outlet. Troubleshooting Table 5-3: Alarm Troubleshooting continued Alarm or Condition Possible Cause The...